Graham Construction is to begin extending hard shoulder bus lanes along the M1 and M2 motorways near Belfast.

The project involves upgrading existing bus lanes, as well as replacing existing bus lane signs and installing additional CCTV.

The existing Belfast bound bus lane on the M1 will be lengthened by 4.6km between Lisburn Services (Applegreen) and Junction 7 at Sprucefield. On the M2, a new 2.2km bus lane will be provided between Junction 2 at Greencastle and Junction 1B at Duncrue.

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To carry out the project, it will be necessary to suspend the use of the bus lanes. However, it is anticipated they will be fully operational again by the autumn. Work on the new sections of bus lanes will then continue and is planned for completion by December. Temporary traffic management arrangements will also be in place.

(LM)